Artwork
Parisienne
Parisienne is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Parisienne is a fashion sketch created by Carven around 1951. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a long, flowing dress with a wide skirt, tight sleeves, and a high neckline. She holds a hat and purse, with her hair pulled back.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, rapid lines that capture the overall shapes and shadows of the figure. Details are minimal, suggesting a spontaneous, observational approach.
Context
The sketch likely represents a design or concept for a fashion piece, reflecting Carven's work as a fashion designer.
Artist & collection
Artist
These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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